Breville Infuser

Sitting between the Bambino Plus and the Barista Express, the Infuser adds pre-infusion (low-pressure water saturation before full extraction) and a proper dose-control grinding cradle. At $400-500, it's for the person who wants more control than the Bambino offers but doesn't want the built-in grinder of the Barista Express. The 54mm portafilter is the same across Breville's mid-range, so accessories transfer. Pre-infusion makes a noticeable difference in shot quality — more even extraction, less channeling, more forgiving of imperfect technique.